This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (43 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
L _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ E
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LICE as a word: (proscribed) louse.
LICE has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since February 28, 2026.
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